The Sorcerer's Apprentice

From its origins in ancient Greece to its more recent incarnation in Disney+s Fantasia, The Sorcerer+s Apprentice has captivated readers+ imaginations for generations. Now, Mary Jane Begin+s elegant prose and lavish illustrations give new meaning to the classic tale about a young girl who can+t help but wonder why she must spend her days cleaning and sweeping instead of practicing magic. Will she ever learn how to cast a spell? The sorcerer had taught her that there are some things we must do for ourselves. And so the apprentice, taking matters into her own hands, beckons a broom to come to life and do her chores-until the broom+s power is more than the girl can bear. Ultimately, she finds that passion and hard work, tempered by patience and discipline, can help make dreams come true.